Description
Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad is a fresh, colorful, and nourishing plant-based dish that combines creamy tangy feta (plant-based), protein-rich chickpeas, and a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables with a zesty apple cider vinegar (natural) dressing. This quick and easy salad is perfect for any season, customizable, and full of wholesome Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup plant-based feta, crumbled
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, drained and sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (natural)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (natural)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Rinse and drain the chickpeas thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint to prepare the colorful base of the salad.
- Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar (natural), extra virgin olive oil (natural), minced garlic, Dijon mustard (natural), sea salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss the chickpeas, chopped vegetables, Kalamata olives, and herbs with the dressing, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Add the Plant-Based Feta: Crumble the plant-based feta over the salad and gently fold it in to blend the creamy tang with the crisp vegetables and tangy dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and enhance. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Ensure chickpeas and olives are drained well to avoid a watery salad.
- Chilling the salad enhances the flavor by allowing the dressing to blend with the ingredients.
- Use fresh parsley and mint for the best brightness and aroma.
- Adjust the amount of apple cider vinegar (natural) to your preferred level of tanginess.
- Choose a quality plant-based feta for perfect salty creaminess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Mediterranean salad, chickpea salad, plant-based feta, vegan salad, gluten-free salad, healthy salad, easy salad, apple cider vinegar dressing
